140 Ruth Ave

Syracuse, NY 13210

$174,900
Price
3
Beds
1,088 Sq. Ft.
$161 / Sq. Ft.
1,088
Sq. Ft.
$161
per Sq. Ft.
New
New
Rare DOUBLE LOT in Outer Comstock!
Virtual image to show possibility with 2 car garag

Description

Why RENT when you can OWN for less? Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home set on a rare DOUBLE LOT in the highly desirable Outer Comstock neighborhood. Ideally located just minutes from Syracuse University, Syracuse Latin School, major hospitals, parks, entertainment, and downtown Syracuse, this home offers both convenience and charm. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful renovations throughout, including gleaming hardwood floors, recessed LED lighting, fresh interior and exterior...Why RENT when you can OWN for less? Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home set on a rare DOUBLE LOT in the highly desirable Outer Comstock neighborhood. Ideally located just minutes from Syracuse University, Syracuse Latin School, major hospitals, parks, entertainment, and downtown Syracuse, this home offers both convenience and charm. Inside, you’ll find thoughtful renovations throughout, including gleaming hardwood floors, recessed LED lighting, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a durable architectural shingle roof. The first floor features a convenient half bath and an inviting open concept kitchen with a stainless steel stove, modern range hood, and exposed brick detail that adds warmth and character. Upstairs offers three well-sized bedrooms, including a spacious front primary bedroom, along with a full bathroom featuring a refurbished tub and updated tile. A full walk-up attic provides excellent bonus space for storage or future expansion. Outside, enjoy the entry deck, detached 1 car garage, and expansive double lot with endless potential for a future 2 car garage, additional storage, gardens, or your own outdoor vision. This home delivers space, updates, and location which is a rare combination in today’s market. Schedule your private showing today and experience the opportunity this property has to offer.
  1. Listed by Brian D Murphy • Acropolis Realty Group LLC
    P: (315)-396-0493 C: (315)-256-8284 trustedCNYrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 140 Ruth Avenue

Subdivision Comm Complex
Colvin Crest
Styles Of Residence
Cape Cod, Historic Antique
On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
Detached, Garage, Storage
Nearest Cross Street
Vincent St
LISTING UPDATED: 02/06/2026 04:02 PM

Property Details for 140 Ruth Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #S1661358
Days on Market1
Taxes$3,371 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.18 AC / 8,000 SF
CountyOnondaga County

Location

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Building Information for 140 Ruth Avenue

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 8,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,133 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$852

Property Taxes

$281

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 140 Ruth Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School District: Syracuse
  • High School District: Syracuse
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Syracuse
  • Village: Not Applicable
  • Human YN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 1.00
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Syracuse City-311500
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,371.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1088.0
  • Land Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
  • Num Of Acres: 0.1837
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1837
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8000.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 311500-058-000-0012-010-000-0000
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Number: 10
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $69,000
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Trails Paths
  • Construction Materials: Foam Insulation, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing, Pex Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Gravel Driveway
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Foundation Description: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Architectural, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 0
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Floor Description: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Separate Formal Living Room, Country Kitchen, Other, See Remarks, Natural Woodwork
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Levels: Two
  • Sq Ft Total: 1088.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Num Bedrooms 1 St Floor: 0
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2

Property History for 140 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1661358

$174,900—
Dec 23, 2025

Expired

WNYREIS #S1652269

—
Nov 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1652269

$189,900—
Jun 30, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493748887

$65,125—
Jun 24, 2022

Sold

WNYREIS #S1391665

$65,125—
Mar 8, 2022

Pending

WNYREIS #S1391665

—
Mar 7, 2022

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1391665

$59,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/06/2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1661358

$174,900
12/23/2025

Expired

WNYREIS #S1652269

—
11/28/2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1652269

$189,900
06/30/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1493748887

$65,125
06/24/2022

Sold

WNYREIS #S1391665

$65,125
03/08/2022

Pending

WNYREIS #S1391665

—
03/07/2022

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #S1391665

$59,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 140 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$13,300Additions$55,700Total$69,000
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,088 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,088 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Zoning01 - NOT ZONECountyONONDAGAAPN311500 058.-12-10.0

Schools near 140 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Syracuse City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hurlbut W Smith K 8 School
Public - PK to 8
Edward Smith K 8 School
Public - PK to 8
Nottingham High School
Public - 9 to 12
Syracuse Latin School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Hurlbut W Smith K 8 School
PublicPK to 8

Edward Smith K 8 School
PublicPK to 8

Nottingham High School
Public9 to 12

Syracuse Latin School
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 140 Ruth Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13210

140 Ruth Avenue is a single family home for sale in Syracuse, NY 13210. This property was listed for sale on February 6, 2026 by Acropolis Realty Group LLC, it's currently listed at $174,900. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on June 30, 2022. This listing's school district is Syracuse City School District. Nearby schools include Hurlbut W Smith K 8 School, Edward Smith K 8 School and Nottingham High School. 140 Ruth Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,088 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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